USM-Publication and Printing Unit Unveils 2025 Top Scopus Authors The University of Southern Mindanao (USM), through its Publication and Printing Unit (PPU)—formerly the Research Publication Services Office (RPSO)—has recognized the university’s top 10 Scopus authors for 2025. In 2025, the university produced 63 Scopus-indexed publications, with researchers in Social Sciences, Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Medicine and Health Sciences leading the output. Topping the list are Dr. Ruben L. Tagare of the College of Human Kinetics (CHK) and Dr. Krizler C. Tanalgo of the College of Science and Mathematics. Several researchers from CHK also secured spots on the list. Representing the College of Engineering and Information Technology, Dr. Fredelino A. Galleto stands as its sole awardee in the USM’s Top 10. Dr. Jan Clyden B. Tenorio from the College of Veterinary Medicine, who also heads the PPU, likewise earned a place among the top authors. Below is the complete list of the USM Top 10 Scopus Authors for 2025: 1. Ruben L. Tagare (CHK) 2. Krizler C. Tanalgo (CSM) 3. Jomar B. Esto (CHK) 4. Kier C. Dela Cruz (CSM) 5. Angelo R. Agduma (CSM) 6. Fredelino A. Galleto (CEIT) 7. Cheeze R. Janito (CHK) 8. Jan Clyden B. Tenorio (CVM) 9. Marichu A. Calixtro (CHK) 10. Priscilla P. Dagoc (CHK) Since 1981, USM has produced a total of 331 Scopus-indexed publications, with these studies supporting and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Across the years, the same priority fields—Social Sciences, Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Medicine and Health Sciences—continue to drive the university’s research productivity.

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USM Publication and Printing Unit Unveils 2025 Top Scopus Authors

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM), through its Publication and Printing Unit (PPU)—formerly the Research Publication Services Office (RPSO)—has recognized the university’s top 10 Scopus authors […]

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